Book: "Life Doesn’t Frighten Me" by Maya Angelou, illustrated by Jean-Michel Basquiat, and edited by Sara Jane Boyers
Artwork: Uman, 'In my gumboots with my fur coat in the snow', 2019. Acrylic and gesso on canvas, 120 x 89 inches. Wichita Art Museum, Paula Downing Collection, 2025.3.4
Special Guest: Taiomah Rutledge

STORYTIME IN THE GALLERIES
Join us for engaging stories and related activities that make works of art come to life for young learners and their caregivers during StoryTime in the galleries on the first Friday of each month. Each program weaves together a children’s book, focused art looking at an artwork or exhibition, and a featured guest who brings energy through performance, music, movement, and creative play. Extend your visit by exploring PLAY—WAM’s interactive space for families—afterward.

· First Fridays of the Month, 10:30 am
· Features guest performers
· Music and movement activities
· Art looking and artmaking
· FREE for families and kids of all ages
· Admission is free and no reservations are required
· Children must be accompanied by an adult

Extend your visit by exploring PLAY—WAM’s interactive space for families—afterward!